Trying it Backwards

Back at it and back on track. I spent the weekend, working out, shopping, eating, drinking, working out, sleeping, working out....

Yesterday was a fun day, except for almost crashing into a ditch. I rode 40 miles on a day that was windy and a bit chilly. Had to break out the new cold weather tights. I was glad I had them. Much of the time there was no sun and it did get a bit brisk. My Dad and I headed out around 11:45 and went north on the prairie trail. The trail was wet in places and leaves had fallen. At about 5 Miles into the ride I somehow managed to save myself from what would of been a brutal crash. I was headed downhill with a right turn at the bottom. I was riding the brake but just at the bottom my tires caught wet leaves and out went the tires from under me. I was able to pull myself up straight and stayed on the bike. At this point though I should of been turning right but I was pulling the bike to the left to keep upright. I missed the turn and headed towards the bushes. Luckily I stopped right at the tree line. I realized after I came to a complete stop that I would of fallen into a ditch if I had gone another 6 inches. Close one.

The rest of the ride was uneventful. Although I did see a snake, baby turtle and the strangest bug beattle thing I have ever seen. I thought I was only going to go 20 miles at an easy pace. My father agreed to the easy pace but not the mileage. So 30 it was going to be. Then of course at 15 miles it was, why not go an extra 5 and make it an even 40 round trip? Ha, my father should of listened to me. I had a snack at mile 20 and I was ready to go. At 30 I felt great. My father was tiring. He was ready to be done. I give credit to my Luna Bar. What a difference it made. If only he had listened to me we would of been already home. Next time I'll bring him a Luna Bar.

Today I ran 3 miles on the treadmill and was surprised that my legs didn't feel too bad after that ride. I then got to spin class and started pedaling. Yup, I feel the tired legs now. It's amazing how you use different muscles to ride and run with. I also noticed that my shoulders hurt. Especially my left one. I have decided that it was due to my almost crash. I think I tensed up so bad and pulled the bike up so hard that I irritated them. After spin I headed to the pool for a few 400's. Plan was 1 fast, 1 comfortable and one 1/2 and 1/2. I'd say I got that down. I was at 8:55 for the first 400 then 9:30 for the second then 9:15 for the third. I accomplished my own sprint tri today, completely backwards.

I headed to PT this afternoon. She spent extra time with the ultrasound and massage today. I was very tight on both sides of my shin. Can't seem to get everything to relax in there yet. Looks like many more nights of ice threapy. The kids get a kick out of how cold my leg gets when I'm done and how long it stays cold. I certainly don't get the kick out of it when it starts to thaw and throb! But you do what you have to do to get it healed.

Tomorrow another day at the gym!